Federal Government Steps In After California Schools Allow Boys to Compete Against Girls
The U.S. Department of Justice just sent a very clear message to over 1,600 California school districts. Stop letting boys compete in girls’ sports, or face serious legal trouble.
On Monday, Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon sent letters to California public school districts telling them they have until 5 PM on June 9, 2025, to certify in writing that they will not implement the controversial CIF Bylaw 300.D. This policy forces schools to let male athletes compete on girls’ teams if they say they identify as female.
The letter is not just a warning. It comes with real consequences. Schools that don’t comply face losing federal funding and potential lawsuits.
Today at work… put 1600+ California schools on blast for violating equal protection in girls’ sports. ⚽️ Day is still young. pic.twitter.com/5M0TAK5pjF
— AAGHarmeetDhillon (@AAGDhillon) June 2, 2025
Why This Matters to Conservatives
For conservatives who believe in limited government and local control, this issue hits at the heart of what federal law should protect. The DOJ argues that California’s policy violates the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment and Title IX, which prohibits sex discrimination in schools.
Think about it this way. Your tax dollars go to schools through federal programs. Those schools must follow federal laws that protect students’ rights. When a state forces schools to ignore biological reality and let boys take opportunities away from girls, that’s discrimination the federal government has a duty to stop.
As evidence, the DOJ pointed to a recent track meet where a transgender athlete won both the girls’ triple jump and long jump titles. “California’s top-ranked girls’ triple jumper, and second-ranked long jumper, is a boy,” the DOJ letter stated.
What’s Really Happening in Schools
The situation isn’t theoretical anymore. Real girls are losing real opportunities. Female athletes have alleged they were “robbed of podium positions and spots on their teams” after being forced to compete against males.
In Nevada, high school volleyball player Kendall Lewis described having to play against a biological male:
“Some of the balls this male athlete hit were hard to pass due to the power behind the swings”.
A sixth-grader named Ava Chavez shared similar concerns about safety and fairness.
This isn’t about being mean to anyone. It’s about basic fairness and safety for girls.
The Legal Battle Lines
The DOJ has filed a statement of interest in a lawsuit brought by two California cross-country runners and the Save Girls’ Sports organization. These brave young women are standing up for their rights in court.
The federal government’s position is clear. Scientific evidence shows that letting boys compete against girls deprives female athletes of equal opportunities because of biological differences.
Critics argue this discriminates against transgender students. Transgender students can still participate in sports that match their biological sex.
The Bigger Picture
This fight is part of a larger movement. Nevada just became the 27th state to restrict transgender athletes from competing in sports that don’t match their biological sex. The NCAA also changed its policy in February, limiting women’s sports to athletes assigned female at birth.
President Trump’s February executive order directed federal agencies to investigate Title IX violations and potentially withhold funding from non-compliant entities. The California investigation shows this administration means business.
What Conservatives Can Do
First, support organizations like Save Girls’ Sports that are fighting these battles in court. These groups need funding and volunteers to keep pressing forward.
Contact your representatives at all levels. Even if you don’t live in California, similar policies exist in many states. Make sure your lawmakers know where you stand.
Get involved locally. Attend school board meetings. Ask tough questions about your district’s policies. Most parents have no idea what rules their schools follow on this issue.
Support businesses and organizations that take clear stands for biological reality in sports. Use your wallet to reward courage.
Looking Ahead
The June 9 deadline for California schools is just the beginning. The DOJ has opened investigations into San Jose State University, the University of Pennsylvania, and the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association.
More legal challenges are coming. The Trump administration has made protecting girls’ sports a priority. States that ignore federal law will face real consequences.
This is about more than sports. It’s about whether we still believe in objective truth and basic fairness. It’s about protecting opportunities for half our population – our daughters and granddaughters.
The good news is momentum is building. When the federal government actually enforces the law instead of ignoring it, things can change quickly. Girls deserve better than being told to shut up and accept unfairness. They deserve leaders who will fight for them.
This article was written with the assistance of AI. Please verify information and consult additional sources as needed.
